immobilizer DODGE CHARGER 2009 6.G Owners Manual

NOTE:The Key-In-Ignition reminder only sounds
when the ignition key is placed in the LOCK or ACC
position.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer system prevents unautho-
rized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation
is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.
The system uses the factory-mated Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter with integrated key and Wireless Igni-
tion Node (WIN) to prevent unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion. Therefore, only RKE transmitters that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two
seconds if an invalid RKE transmitter is used to start the
engine. After turning the ignition switch to the ON position, the
Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three seconds for a
bulb check. If the light remains on after the bulb check, it
indicates that there is a problem with the electronics. In
addition, if the light begins to flash after the bulb check,
it indicates that someone used an invalid RKE transmitter
to start the engine. Either of these conditions will result in
the engine being shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns on during normal
vehicle operation (vehicle running for longer than 10 sec-
onds), it indicates that there is a fault in the electronics.
Should this occur, have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.
NOTE:
•The Sentry Key
Immobilizer system is not compatible
with aftermarket remote starting systems. Use of these
systems may result in vehicle starting problems and
loss of security protection.
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•Exxon/Mobil Speedpass™, additional RKE transmit-
ters, or any other transponder-equipped components
on the same key chainwill notcause a fault unless the
additional part is physically held against the RKE
transmitter being used to start the vehicle. Cell
phones, pagers, or other Radio Frequency (RF) elec-
tronics will not cause interference with this system.
All of the RKE transmitters provided with your new
vehicle have been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only RKE transmitters that are programmed to
the vehicle electronics can be used to start and operate
the vehicle. Once an RKE transmitter is programmed to a
vehicle, it cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
CAUTION!
Always remove the keys from the vehicle and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
At the time of purchase, the original owner is provided
with a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Keep the PIN in a secure location. This number is
required for authorized dealer replacement of RKE trans-
mitters. Duplication of RKE transmitters may be per-
formed at an authorized dealer or by using the Customer
Key Programming procedure. This procedure consists of
programming a blank RKE transmitter to the vehicle
electronics. A blank RKE transmitter is one that has never
been programmed.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
system serviced, bring all vehicle RKE transmitters with
you to an authorized dealer.
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Bulb Replacement...................... 419
Cleaning ............................ 409
Delay .............................. 132
High Beam/Low Beam Select Switch ........ 135
Lights On Reminder .................... 133
On With Wipers .................... 132,138
Passing ............................. 135
Switch .............................. 131
Time Delay .......................... 132
Washers ............................. 393
Heated Mirrors .......................... 88
Heated Seats ........................... 127
Heater ............................... 253
Heater, Engine Block ..................... 272
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch . . 135
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ 344
Holder, Coin ........................... 159
Holder, Cup ........................... 158 HomeLink
(Garage Door Opener) Transmitter . . . 146
Hood Release .......................... 129
Ignition ............................... 13
Key ............................... 12,13
Ignition Key Removal ..................... 13
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ................... 15
Infant Restraint ........................ 67,68
Information Center, Vehicle ................. 183
Inside Rearview Mirror .................... 85
Instrument Cluster .................... 170,172
Instrument Panel and Controls .............. 169
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ............. 410
Interior Appearance Care .................. 408
Interior Fuses .......................... 411
Interior Lights .......................... 135
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ........... 137
Introduction ............................. 4
468 INDEX

Jack Location........................... 358
Jack Operation .......................... 360
Jacking Instructions ...................... 360
Jump Starting .......................... 369
Key, Programming ........................ 17
Key, Replacement ........................ 16
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ................... 15
Key-In Reminder ......................... 14
Keyless Entry System ...................... 20
Keys ................................. 12
Kicker Sound System ..................... 246
Knee Bolster ............................ 52
Lane Change and Turn Signals .............. 134
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................... 42
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether
for CHildren) ......................... 71,72
Latch Plate ............................. 44 Latches
................................ 80
Hood .............................. 129
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... 332
Leaks, Fluid ............................ 80
Life of Tires ............................ 316
Light Bulbs .......................... 80,418
Lights .............................. 80,131
Airbag ........................ 60,65,79,175
Anti-Lock ........................... 182
Automatic Headlights ................... 132
Brake Assist Warning ................... 300
Brake Warning ........................ 179
Bulb Replacement ................... 418,419
Courtesy/Reading ................... 135,145
Cruise .............................. 172
Daytime Running ...................... 133
Dimmer Switch, Headlight .............134,135
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator . . . 300
Electronic Throttle Control Warning ......... 173
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Pretensioners.......................... 49
Rear Seat ............................. 42
Reminder ............................ 176
Untwisting Procedure .................... 48
Seats ................................. 122
Adjustment .......................... 122
Head Restraints ....................... 126
Heated ............................. 127
Height Adjustment ..................... 124
Lumbar Support ....................... 126
Power .............................. 124
Rear Folding ......................... 128
Reclining ............................ 124
Seatback Release ....................... 128
Tilting .............................. 124
Security Alarm (Theft Alarm) ................ 18
Selection of Coolant (Antifreeze) ..........398,429
Selection of Oil ......................... 387
Self-Sealing Tires ........................ 318 Sentry Key (Immobilizer)
................... 15
Sentry Key Programming ................... 17
Sentry Key Replacement ................... 16
Service Assistance ....................... 451
Service Contract ......................... 453
Service Engine Soon Light
(Malfunction Indicator) .................... 183
Service Manuals ........................ 455
Setting the Clock ................ 199,213,216,226
Settings, Personal ........................ 193
Shifting ............................... 273
Automatic Transmission ............273,276,282
Shoulder Belt Upper Anchorage .............. 48
Shoulder Belts ........................... 42
Side Airbag ........................... 54,60
Side Curtain (Window Airbag) ............... 54
Signals, Turn ...................... 80,134,174
Sirius Backseat TV™ (uconnect studios) ........ 247
Slippery Surfaces, Driving On ............... 287
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